Trail Running calendar near Dorset 2026-2027

BigSky is the "Air" event in the Classic Element Trail Series on 20 September 2026 at Hyde Common, New Forest. Routes of 18 miles, marathon and 50k run over marked trails with multiple aid stations, mandatory fluid carriage and a bespoke fi..

Looped forest trail at Avon Tyrrell in the New Forest with flexible distances from 5K to ultra, on-course aid station, medals and onsite facilities.

A trail marathon and a 27 km event on 20 September 2026 around Swanage, featuring coastal and hill routes, published time limits, mandatory safety kit and local charity involvement.

A long running trail race in the Doone Valley, Exmoor covering about 16 km (10 miles) over scenic but hilly terrain. The 37th edition limits entries to 250, requires entrants to be at least 16 and uses chip timing.

A single loop 10K trail run at Woodbury Common on natural trails with climbs and stream crossings. All finishers receive medals and top male and female finishers receive prizes including a donated sports massage.

MacTuffX Exeter at Exeter Arena on 20 September 2026 combines ten functional Xercises with repeated runs across solo doubles and team formats. Entries are for ages 18 and over and a LITE weight option is available.

Black Hill Run is a trail running event in Bere Regis, Dorset offering 5 km and 10 km courses through rural terrain. The event is organised by Bere Regis Scout Group and is linked to the Purbeck Trail Series.

The Porthkerry 5MT is a five mile mixed terrain race in Porthkerry Country Park, offering coastal views and diverse surfaces. The 2026 edition marks the race's 20th anniversary and includes the South Wales Regional Trail Championship.

A guided, slow-paced run around Burrator Reservoir of about 11 to 12 miles across paths, trails and open moorland, gaining over 2000 ft and offering reservoir views, photo opportunities and notes on local Dartmoor history.

The A2H Nature will take place in Héauville on Sunday 20 September 2026. You can run between 9 and 24 kilometers.

Timed fell run to the highest point in the South Downs at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, with junior and senior races across multiple off road distances.

Trail run and walk in Dorset around The Fleet Lagoon with 10 km, half and full marathon options plus a marathon relay for teams of up to four. The mostly off road courses support small local charities through fundraising.

A 10 mile trail race at Chilton Manor Farm featuring private trails, about 240 m of ascent and a one mile Yew Tree lined finishing avenue. The event includes marshals, medics, on course water stations and a pop up cafe.

A five-lap ultramarathon in Berkeley, Gloucestershire across 25-27 September 2026, covering about 130 miles and 15,000 ft of ascent with a 24 hour cut off and 120 places, organized from Hamfields Leisure with camping and tracking included.

The Trail du Tue Vaques will take place in Fermanville on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 30 kilometers.

Guto Nyth Bran is a fell race on 26 September 2026 at Bedwas Community Hall covering 9.6 km with 396 m of climb. The course is partially marked, includes a short walk from parking, and is for entrants over 18.

Trail races at Salisbury Racecourse offer marathon, half marathon and 10 km over undulating downland with woodland and Martin Down turf. GPX routes are provided and finishers receive a medal; top three men and women earn trophies.

A coastal 10 km race along the North Somerset shoreline, passing Black Nore Lighthouse and Redcliffe Bay. The mixed terrain route includes grass, mud, rocks and tarmac with undulating sections and a seafront finish.

Amport Trail Run on 27 September 2026 offers multi terrain 5k, 10k, 10 mile and canicross routes from Amport Cricket Club. Entry is pre-registration only and the courses feature marshals, first aid and on-course refreshments.

A community road and trail event at Nettlestone Primary School with 5 miles, 5 km and a children's fun run on circular seaside routes with finish medals.